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It is normal for your heart rate to go much higher when you are first beginning a running program, especially if you are going too fast. But, you should never push it to where feel like you are literally going to die. As previously suggested, try to slow down the pace and focus on increasing the amount of time. If you keep…

When I am running uphill, I look to the heavens and pray for mercy.

Try to relax and let gravity help you. Lengthen your stride and lean slightly forward. Incorporate this into your normal run and build on it gradually. You will adjust. Great decision to get this hammered out before your 1/2. Good Luck

I read some research that 45-50F is about ideal. After that performance drops quickly as heat goes up. My normally very slow pace is well suited for warm weather slogging. :)

I do this also, but maybe not as granular. Example, If I am running 30 minutes, I may break that into (3) 10 minute segments. The last 10 minute segment I may break down further into 5 minute segments. I push forward using each segment as a milestone, if that makes sense. Works for me. Good Luck!

I was required to do a liquid diet for some medical testing. For 24 hours all I consumed was gatorade and some chicken broth. Result - gained 6 pounds, overnight! That was Friday an I am back down to normal starting weight now. You may want to watch your sodium intake as others have suggested. Good Luck!

I could run better if I were an Elephant seal. They can reduce their heart rate to a few beats per minute and hold their breath up to a half an hour. Carry on...

I take to work: various fruits, 1 tablespoon peanut butter on 1 slice of whole bread, mixed nuts pre-measured in 1 ounce servings, beef jerky, and an occasional cliff bar Eating smaller portions multiple times throughout the day is a great idea!

That's a lot of work. Great Job!

Yes, you can start at week 3 if you are comfortable there. Good Luck

I display my sweat proudly. I am embarrassed if I don't sweat.

Running is GREAT for you. I run to breathe. I run to live. I run because I can! (sorry, just got back from my run)

It replenishes fluid, and has carbs/protien at a 4:1 ratio which some reasearch has suggested is good for assimilation. It is inexpensive and some people like the taste. http://oakbrooksc.com/docs/stager_chocmilk_study.pdf

I eat all the exercise calories back, drink 8-16 oz of Chocolate milk after a run, life is good!

You have lost a lot of weight! And the running plan looks good. Sounds like you are putting in a good effort so it is a tough workout. I think as you progress in the running more pounds should start coming off. I run a lot but I have to watch my calories pretty close to keep the weight coming off. Good Luck and hang in…

Everyone is different. But, as advised by my doctor I take a few puffs on the inhaler about 5 minutes before running.

- Robins won't let you pass easily. When you approach one on the side of the path they will fly ahead about 30 yds. When you get near they fly ahead again. After 3 or 4 times they will then fly to the side of the trail and let you pass. - If you try to judge the wind direction and plan your run accordingly, it will change.…

Yes, and they always seem to have the leash towards the inside of the pathway instead of outside away from traffic!

465 today - pretty typical. Banana, chocolate milk, protein mix, bowl of oatmeal

Wasa crisp bread - there is a variety

Black shoe model

I cheated on myself with my old former self now I'm my own grandpa.

+1 for RoadID

This morning there were squirrels, robins, geese, and lots and lots of rabbits!

Congratulations! It's days like these that can keep runners moving forward no matter what the circumstances ahead.

I like the runner's high and endocannabinoids http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/02/16/phys-ed-what-really-causes-runners-high/#

The Polar GPS pod will fit in the key pocket of your running shorts. It is about the size of a square back of gum That's what I do.

I like these articles by The Penguin http://www.runnersworld.com/topic-ext/1,7121,s6-243-332-0-0,00.html More of his blogs on http://waddleon.com/ And his companion site http://couragetostart.com

For long runs a drink diluted gatorade - about 50/50 cut with water. I will also take a gel about every 45-60 minutes if the run is over 90 minutes. There are several gels on the market and you can experiment with the flavor you like best.

I can't think of any reason why your calories are lower for the running. My HR monitor calculates the running calories significantly more even for a less amount of time. Just for comparison, I plugged in 30 minutes @4.0 walking and 20 minutes @6.0 into an online calculator. It also shows more calories for the running.…